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Sweet Everlasting
Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium
Sweet Everlasting is distinguished by its narrow, woolly leaves and a burst of papery blooms that appear in late summer and persist through the colder months. Flowers have an appealing cottony texture and a pleasant, sweet fragrance. Sweet Everlasting is a resilient and low-maintenance plant that thrives in full sun to partial shade and is particularly well-suited to dry, well-drained soils.
Details
Height12” - 24”
Spread12"
Bloom SeasonJuly – October
Soil Types
Loam
Sand
Soil Moisture
Dry
Medium
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Range Map
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Not available
Ecological Benefits
Maintenance Tips
- Minimal pruning required; deadhead if self-seeding is a concern.
- Divide clumps in the spring every few years to invigorate growth.
